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Citizenship, Land Ownership and Pag-IBIG Fund Membership

by Pag-IBIG Financing Admin

A good number of our website visitors came from Filipinos based overseas – both OFWs and immigrants. And occasionally, we also have dual-citizenship holders and former Filipinos who are certainly interested in the Pag-IBIG Fund Program. The messages and inquiries that we received from them are as varied as the different cultures they are currently in.

There is one particular question that struck our attention and we want to cover it hear simply because it many of our visitors can relate to this one and we want them to be informed about this once and for all.

The question came from R. Nunez and he said in part…

“I am a dual citizen but wish to retire early in the Philippines(Filipino/American passport holder).Can I be qualified to become a ‘Pagibig Fund’ member?”

And we replied with this:

“Please don’t make it complicated on your part. You can always use a Mortgage Loan from a Bank in your situation. That way, there is no more membership requirements and other complicated matters that go with it.”

“And yes, you are certainly allowed to own a piece of land under the Laws of the Philippines.”

(For the complete series of replies, refer to this link. )

Again, we are citing that particular inquiry because we want to elaborate further and add a few more important information for Dual Citizenship holders just like Mr Nunez and other former Filipinos as well.

Citizenship and Membership To The Pag-IBIG Fund

The right answer to Mr Nunez question is this: Yes, he is qualified to be a member of the Pag-IBIG Fund under the Pag-IBIG Overseas Program. As a matter of fact, The Pag-IBIG Fund stated that “Membership under the Pag-IBIG Overseas Program (POP) shall be open to all Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) with valid visas or employment contracts. Likewise, it shall be open to Filipino immigrants and to Filipinos naturalized in other countries.”

IMPORTANT UPDATE:
The Home Development Mutual Fund (or simply Pag-IBIG Fund) has changed the rule requiring OFW’s to become members of the Pag-IBIG Fund. In other words, the Pag-IBIG Overseas Program is only optional for the OFW’s, because they are now required to become regular members of the Pag-IBIG I.

For more information on the Pag-IBIG Overseas Program, please refer to the following links:

  • Overview of the Pag-IBIG Overseas Program
  • Pag-IBIG Office / Partners/ Affiliates Abroad
  • The New Pag-IBIG Law of 2009
  • Joining The Pag-IBIG Overseas Program

Citizenship and Land Ownership

dual passport -- Philippines and EnglandIt is a well known fact that land ownership in the Philippines is granted only to Filipino Citizens and Philippine Corporations with at least 60% interest by Filipinos.

Foreign Nationals are definitely not allowed to own. Most of them simply put the Land title in the name of a Filipino whom they can trust such as the spouse. Or it could be that they are on a long term lease-contract with the land owner.

As for the former Filipinos who are already naturalized in other countries, the Law of the Philippines still allows them to own a piece of land, but with a few limitations.

If this describes you, take note of the following restrictions.

  1. Land must be used for residential or business purposes only.
  2. Limitation on Residential land:
    1. maximum of 1,000 sq meters of urban land
    2. or one (1) hectare of rural land is allowed
  3. Limitation of Land intended for business use:
    1. maximum of 5,000 sq meters of urban land
    2. or three (3) hectares of rural land
  4. You can only get either urban land or rural land, but not both.
  5. A maximum of two (2) lots not exceeding the maximum limit in total combined area is allowed. Lots must be located in different cities or municipalities.

As for the Dual Citizenship holders (one citizenship being a Filipino) the Law of the Philippines still allows you to own land in your name just like any Filipino National.

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Citizenship, Land Ownership and Pag-IBIG Fund Membership is written by Carlos Velasco.

Filed Under: Membership, Pag-IBIG Overseas Program Tagged With: Citizenship, Co-borrower, OFW, OFW Membership, OFW Program, Pag-IBIG Overseas Program, Title

Voluntary Membership To Pag-IBIG Fund: The Self-Employed, Freelancers, And Non-Employees

by Pag-IBIG Financing Admin

Self – employed? Unemployed? How about Non-Employed? In other words, are you not connected with a single company that considers you on its monthly payroll?

The good news is, you can become a member of the Pag-IBIG Fund as a Voluntary contributor.

The bad news is you have to shoulder of the contributions yourself without the aid of a company or employer. But if you are self-employed or you are on a business by yourself, you already know that you are in control of your financial direction, right?

In this article, we’ll show you how to become a member of the Pag-IBIG Fund as a Voluntary Member.

How To Join Pag-IBIG As A Voluntary Member

  1. Accomplish and submit two (2) copies of the MDF and all required supporting documents to the Marketing and Enforcement Division of the concerned Pag-IBIG branch office (bring all originals for authentication).
  2. Secure a Payment Order Form (POF) from the Marketing and Enforcement Division, and then proceed to the Cash Division for payment of initial Membership Contributions (MC).
  3. Present all verified/stamped documents to the Marketing and Enforcement Division.
  4. Secure a Payment Order Form before proceeding to Cash Division for payment of contribution.

Requirements For Individual Payers

Here are the respective requirements for different categories of Individual Voluntary Members. Please check with group you belong.

1. Self-Paying Empployee (Waived Company)

You may be employed by one or more companies, but for some reasons, you choose to pay your Pag-IBIG contributions by yourself without their aid.

  • Certificate of Employment & Compensation
  • Latest Pay Slip
  • Company ID

2. Self – Employed

Freelancers, professionals, consultants and owners of small businesses belong to this category. (See also item #5.)

  • Latest Income Tax Return (ITR) with Financial Statement of the previous year certified by a CPA
  • Certificate of Remittance/ESAV (for old members)
  • Two 1×1 ID pictures
  • SEC or DTI Registration (should be under the member’s name)
  • Business Permit or Mayor’s Permit

3. Franchise Holders or Operators

  • Franchise Permit (under the member’s name)
  • Official Receipt or Car Registration (under member’s name)
  • Latest ITR (previous year)
  • Two 1×1 ID pictures
  • Certificate of Remittance or ESAV

4. Overseas Filipino Workers (reactivating members)

  • Latest Contract of Employment
  • Passport or any valid ID / POEA License
  • Latest and valid Contract of Employment (with POEA original stamp)
  • Certificate of Remittance or ESAV
  • Two 1×1 ID pictures
  • Special Power of Attorney (SPA), in case a representative shall submit the documents and pay the member’s contributions

5. Self – Employed Professionals

These are government licensed professionals practising their expertise.

  • PRC / BAR License
  • Latest ITR (previous year)
  • Certificate of Remittance or ESAV (for old members)
  • Two 1×1 ID pictures

6. Unemployed Spouse

Yes, if you are unemployed you may still qualify provided your spouse is employed and a Pag-IBIG member.

  • Written consent from member-working spouse
  • Certificate of Employment and Compensation of member-working spouse
  • Affidavit of Unemployment

7. Member – Spouse with Business

This is similar to #6 above, but the spouse is in business.

  • Latest ITR
  • Written consent from member-employed/working spouse
  • Certificate of Employment and Compensation of member-working spouse (notarized)
  • Affidavit of Unemployment
  • Two 1×1 ID pictures
  • ITR (previous year)
  • Business Permit or Mayor’s Permit
  • SEC or DTI Registration

Important Notes:

  • Monthly contributions of unemployed members (reactivating or non-working spouse) shall be P100.00.
  • The unemployed member has the option to upgrade his monthly contributions, but may not downgrade the amount.
  • Unemployed members may avail of the Multi-Purpose Loan, but not a housing loan from Pag-IBIG.
  • Individual payers or voluntary members have the option to choose their terms of payment, e.g. monthly, bi-monthly, quarterly, etc.

8. Unemployed (reactivating member)

Well, let’s admit it, times are tough. One day, your employment may just be gone in a flash. You may still continue your contributions provided you provide:

  • Affidavit of Unemployment

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This article on Voluntary Membership To Pag-IBIG is written by Kyro Jo.

Filed Under: Membership Tagged With: OFW, OFW Members, Overseas Members, Pag-IBIG Membership, Self-Employed, Unemployed, Voluntary Membership

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